I use monoblock tube amps (VTL) for my two front channel and solid state (Anthem for rears and center & Bryston for sub) for the rest. Since all my speakers are matched (Snell), I find it works great . . . excellent 2-channel and seamless HT. I use an HT pass through on my pre (VTL).
ADDING TUBES TO HOME THEATER????
I have a Conrad Johnson 5600 5 channel amp. I'm running B&W 805's and a new Rotel 1066. I've been contemplating adding 2 additional channels to get 7.1. My thought was to possibly add a stereo tube amp as my front right and left and use the cj for the other channels. Any thoughts? I thought maybe that new Cary Rocket. Let me hear your thoughts.